gender and sexuality as a psychological issues

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3. Psychology is the study of mind and behavior. Its subject matter includes the
behavior of humans and nonhumans, both conscious and unconscious phenomena,
and mental processes such as thoughts, feelings, and motives It seeks to
understand how individuals think, feel, and behave in different situations, and how
these processes can be affected by various factors such as environment, biology, and
social interaction.

5. Gender identity refers to the deep and intimate
feeling a person has of themselves. Children begin
to understand and express their gender identity
early in life. They may express their gender through
their choices in clothing, social relationships with
peers, choice of toys, or preferred nicknames.

6. - Example: A child assigned
male at birth may identify as
female and experience distress
due to the misalignment
between their gender identity
and assigned sex.
This can lead to gender
dysphoria, anxiety, and
depression in the individual.

7. A gender stereotype is a generalized view
or preconception about attributes, or
characteristics that are or ought to be
possessed by women and men or the roles
that are or should be performed by men and
women

8. - Example: A woman in a
male-dominated industry
may face discrimination and
bias due to stereotypes
about gender roles and
abilities.
This can result in low self-
esteem, imposter syndrome,
and mental health issues.

9. - Example: A transgender
teenager may struggle with
feelings of isolation and
rejection from their family
and peers.
This can lead to higher
rates of depression, anxiety,
and suicide attempts among
LGBTQ+ youth.

10. Sexual orientation is an enduring personal
pattern of romantic attraction or sexual attraction to
persons of the opposite sex or gender, the same
sex or gender, or to both sexes or more than one
gender.

11. - Example: A person who
identifies as bisexual may
face stigma and
misunderstanding from both
heterosexual and
homosexual communities.
This can lead to feelings
of alienation, identity
confusion, and internalized
homophobia.

12. is a term used to explain the idea that
various forms of discrimination, such as those
centered on race, gender, class, disability,
sexuality, and other forms of identity, do not
work independently but interact to produce
particularized forms of social oppression.

13. - Example: A queer person
of color may experience
discrimination and
marginalization due to the
intersection of their race,
gender, and sexuality.
This can contribute to a
sense of invisibility,
internalized racism, and
heightened mental health
disparities.

14. Gender dysphoria is the term for a deep sense
of unease and distress that may occur when your
biological sex does not match your gender identity.
In the past, this was called gender identity disorder.

15. - Example: An individual who
undergoes gender-affirming
surgery may experience
improved mental health and
well-being as their external
appearance aligns with their
gender identity.
Gender-affirming
treatments can alleviate
gender dysphoria and
improve quality of life for
transgender individuals.

16. Gender and sexuality are complex psychological
issues that are influenced by a combination of
biological, social, and cultural factors. It is important
to recognize and respect the diversity of gender
identities and sexual orientations, and to provide
support and acceptance for individuals who may be
struggling with these aspects of their identity. It is
also crucial to challenge discriminatory attitudes and
promote inclusivity and understanding in order to
create a more accepting and supportive society for
all individuals

18. 1. Gender dysphoria is defined as:
A) A feeling of discomfort with one's assigned gender
B) A preference for romantic relationships with individuals of the same
gender
C) A fear of intimacy and closeness with others
D) A desire to conform to traditional gender roles

19. 2. Sexual orientation refers to:
A) An individual's biological sex
B) An individual's romantic and sexual attraction to others
C) The gender with which an individual identifies
D) The gender role someone plays in society
3. Gender roles are:
A) Innate and unchangeable
B) Dictated by biological sex
C) Socially constructed expectations about how individuals should behave
based on their gender
D) Only relevant in traditional societies

20. 4. Which of the following is a common misconception about gender and
sexuality?
A) Gender identity and sexual orientation are the same thing
B) Everyone fits neatly into the categories of male or female
C) Gender and sexuality are fixed and unchanging
D) Non-binary and genderqueer identities are not valid
5. Transgender individuals may:
A) Experience gender dysphoria
B) Transition socially or medically to align with their gender identity
C) Face discrimination and stigma
D) All of the above

21. 6-10. If you become a teacher someday,
how will you handle things if you
encounter students with their different
characteristics ( in terms of their gender,
race, and culture)?/